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South Korea confirms easing of US sanctions on Russian oil
South Korea confirms easing of US sanctions on Russian oil
South Korea confirmed it has been granted permission to import certain Russian energy products under the US’ relaxing of sanctions, following some conditions, as the global fuel crisis grows. MORE..
Iran drafts law to impose tolls for transiting Strait of Hormuz
Iran drafts law to impose tolls for transiting Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian parliament is working on a draft bill to charge a fee in exchange for providing security to ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the semi-official Fars news agency. MORE..
Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
Global oil prices are trading higher on Thursday morning in Asia after Iran’s foreign minister said the country has ‘‘no intention of negotiating for now’’ with the US. MORE..
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
The former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, who was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital following a sudden illness, has been discharged. MORE..
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
Foreign ministers from the world’s leading Western democracies meet in France this week against the backdrop of wars in Iran and Ukraine, economic uncertainty, and mounting unease over an increasingly unpredictable U.S. foreign policy. MORE..
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
The number of U.S. military personnel wounded in Operation Epic Fury continues to rise as the campaign against Iran approaches its fourth week. MORE..
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
At least 18 bodies have been recovered after a passenger bus with about 50 people onboard plunged into the mighty Padma River in Bangladesh on Wednesday while it was boarding a ferry, said officials. MORE..
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans have been arrested by officers of the Sri Lanka Customs Narcotics Control Division at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis. MORE..
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran’s powerful parliament speaker warned on Wednesday about the possible invasion of an Iranian island with the support of an unnamed regional country. MORE..
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
The Hambantota District Ceylon Teachers’ Association has strongly condemned a request from the Zonal Education Office of Tangalle seeking an explanation for teachers’ absence from a recent meeting held in Tangalle. MORE..
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has reiterated that the timeline for the war with Iran is still four to six weeks when asked if the conflict will end before President Donald Trump’s planned trip to China in mid May. MORE..
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Prices of essential goods have surged in the market following the recent increase in fuel prices, traders say. MORE..
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May during his first visit to China in eight years, a closely watched trip postponed due to the ongoing Iran war. MORE..
IGP issues guidelines on arrests under ICCPR Act
IGP issues guidelines on arrests under ICCPR Act
The Inspector General of Police, Priyantha Weerasooriya has issued guidelines to be followed when arresting suspects in relation to offences committed under Section 3 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Act. MORE..
US oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East de-escalation
US oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East de-escalation
US oil prices rose in early trade on Thursday, recovering some of the previous day’s losses as investors assessed prospects for de-escalation in the Middle East and Iran reviewed a U.S. proposal to end the war, which has disrupted energy flows from the Gulf. MORE..
Private Tanker owners demand 25% hike in transportation charges
Private Tanker owners demand 25% hike in transportation charges
The Sri Lanka Petroleum Private Tanker Owners’ Association has demanded a 25% increase in fuel transportation charges. MORE..
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today
A delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to arrive in the country today (26). MORE..
Iran’s Foreign Minister denies US talks, calls mediation ‘admission of defeat’
Iran’s Foreign Minister denies US talks, calls mediation ‘admission of defeat’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi firmly denied Wednesday that any negotiations are taking place between Tehran and Washington to end the ongoing conflict, dismissing US claims of diplomatic engagement as posturing. MORE..
Showers or thundershowers expected after 2pm today
Showers or thundershowers expected after 2pm today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at a few places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts after 2:00 p.m. today (26), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
UN Chief warns Mideast war ‘has gone too far’
UN Chief warns Mideast war ‘has gone too far’
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres tells the US and Israel it is time to end the war, and calls on Iran to stop attacking nearby countries. MORE..
Trump’s approval rating hits record low as fuel prices surge amid Iran war
Trump’s approval rating hits record low as fuel prices surge amid Iran war
President Donald Trump’s approval rating fell in recent days to its lowest point since he returned to the White House, hit by a surge in fuel prices and widespread disapproval of the war he launched on Iran, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found. MORE..
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran is still reviewing a U.S. proposal to end the war in the Gulf, despite an initial response that was negative, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday, indicating that Tehran had so far stopped short of rejecting it outright. MORE..
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
The Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB), Chandana Bandara, states that water consumption has increased significantly due to the prevailing dry weather. MORE..
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Iran rejects US proposal and sets five conditions for ending war – report
Iran rejects US proposal and sets five conditions for ending war – report
Iran has responded negatively to an American proposal aimed at ending the ongoing imposed war, insisting that it will only occur on Tehran’s own terms and timeline, a senior political-security official told Press TV on Wednesday. MORE..
Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran has claimed that it launched a cruise missile towards the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, according to Iranian state television. However, there is no immediate confirmation or response from US officials. MORE..